showcase lisbon issue 209

Apr 2010

Welcome to the latest edition of Showcase Lisbon, brought to you by Production Paradise. We highlight the very best of the Portuguese visual media industry and, as usual, more information can be found in our dedicated Film and Photo directories.

Christoph Stieber:
Lisbon advertising photographers

Having worked as a photographer in Paris and London for over 10 years, German-born photographer Christoph Stieber relocated to Lisbon in 2008. From here he works for both Portuguese and international clients.

With a background in fashion, Christoph also works in advertising, beauty, portrait and landscape photography.

One of his latest projects in Portugal is a series of portraits of actor Marco d'Almeida for GQ Magazine. Other international assignments include clients such as Joop, Armani, Swarovski, Toni&Guy and Condé Nast.

Madonna's (on/off) boyfriend Jesus Luz flew into Portugal for a photo shoot for German GQ. The shoot took place in the gym of a 5-star hotel in Lisbon. Photographer: Marcelo Krasilcic. Fashion Editor for GQ: Klaus Stockhausen. Grooming: Ana Tisa (Artists Group). Produced by Marco Blackwell (Artists Group).

After a meteoric rise, Check the Gate is renowned for its valued professionalism and strong work ethic, having produced, created and managed major projects within budget from beginning to end. With a keen attention to detail, a focus on urgency and a carefully maintained network of contacts, the company has been an asset to all of its suppliers, employees and clientele.

Check the Gate recently began providing stereo 3D production and scouting for still or film locations.

Contact the company direct to receive a detailed and timely quote and location proposal for any type of project.

Gaby Corrêa continues promoting Portugal and its fantastic locations as a destination for overseas clients, with Teen Vogue and The New York Times Style Magazine the latest to produce in the country. The results show the perfect combination of a great team, beautiful light and wonderful locations.

Production Services Portugal (PSP) offers full production services for commercial films, still work and film production companies. It boasts the largest location library in Portugal, Azores and Madeira.

The company's recent work included a commercial for Hyundai, official sponsor of the World Cup in South Africa. The project included cloning several cities from around the world, from Australia to Italy, Brazil, Spain, UK and France. The six-day shoot had its grand finale in Lisbon with more than 1,200 extras, live music and dancers. The final results will soon be unveiled worldwide.

Old Dogs has more than 10 years of production experience and offers excellent locations at highly competitive prices based on current market trends.

The company's talented production crew is highly experienced at turning clients' ideas into reality, whilst at the same time keeping tightly to budget. Old Dogs is specialised in low-cost commercial production for the independent business market and is renowned for its express service.

The company has a real vocation for fashion and advertising in foreign and national markets. Visit the website for more information.

Vera Pimentão was born in Lisbon in 1981. She completed a course at the Make-up Artist School where, from the beginning, she embraced her art with real energy and conviction.

Vera's determination, adaptability and will to learn from everything around her has won her several distinct commissions. As a freelancer she worked for a season at M.A.C., while her professional career includes mostly fashion shows, editorials, catalogues and publicity campaigns.

Vera has worked in Portugal with several renowned photographers, including Alexander Koch, Mário Príncipe, Pedro Matos, Pedro Pacheco, Frederico Martins, Will Falize, Eduardo Mota, Carlos Ramos, Luís Rocha dos Reis and Ricardo Gomes. She has also collaborated on several projects with fashion agencies such as Karacter, Loft Elite, Central Model and L'Agence as well as producers Travelling Films, Filmes do Tejo and Soulkichen Productions.

For over 12 years Lisbon-based agency Figura de Estilo has been engaged in the management of all types of models, from professionals to 'real people' found in everyday walks of life.

Figura de Estilo places its models in advertising and commercial campaigns, catalogues and the cinema across Portugal and throughout the world.

In the past year, with its new location in LX Factory - a trendy complex that houses advertising agencies, production companies, photographers and casting producers - the agency has been inspired by a creative community that pushes innovation at every stage. This new location has empowered Figura de Estilo to be constantly on the lookout for new and inspiring talents, allowing the company to go from strength to strength.

Spot Professional Lighting Service Lisbon is prepared for the summer season with premium lighting material and professional services to support all types of photo production.

Spot supplies high quality lighting equipment to professional photographers, including Profoto, Briese, HMI and California Sunbounce, as well as digital cameras from Canon and Hasselblad. The company's 24-hour reliable service is assured with quick and prompt delivery anywhere in the world.

With strategic network partners Spot can provide all manner of photography equipment and offer solutions to every type of problem. The company's latest service station recently opened in Seville in conjunction with Aldebaran Studios.

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Estalagem da Ponta do Sol is set spectacularly on top of a cliff with the small village of Ponta do Sol beneath. Simple, relaxed, yet at the same time subtly sophisticated, the hotel attracts a young and fashionable clientele by combining the traditional with the contemporary in truly magnificent surroundings.

As a member of the Design Hotels Group the hotel is known as an excellent example of how architecture and nature can be seamlessly joined.

A modern architectural design and classic decoration grant the Dom Pedro Palace elegance quite unlike any other hotel in Lisbon. Located in the Amoreiras area, 7 km from Lisbon International Airport and 30 metres from a shopping centre, the hotel is close to key tourist destinations and lively nightlife.

Frequently welcoming Heads of State, ambassadors, actors, and other famous artists, the hotel features the Penthouse Suite, the most exclusive and luxurious in Portugal. At 420 m² it occupies the hotel's entire top floor and has a 360º panoramic view of the city.